Since I live in Costa Rica full time, I renewed my US passport in Costa Rica when my passport was one year to expire. This process is very easy as they offer the option to do it by mail, if you fulfill the requirements. You do NOT need to go to the US embassy in […]
Peñas Blancas Safari Float: Easy Wildlife Watching from La Fortuna
One of the best tours in La Fortuna to see wildlife is a river safari float ride. From La Fortuna, the most popular wildlife river safaris the Peñas Blancas safari float tour, only a 30 minute drive from downtown. The Peñas Blancas River is an incredible place to see monkeys, caimans, reptiles and birds and […]
Puerto Jimenez: The Heart of the Osa Peninsula
The small coastal village of Puerto Jimenez is the main tourism hub and launch point in the Osa Peninsula for those planning to visit Corcovado National Park. In this guide, we will share with you information about visiting Puerto Jimenez, including why you should visit, where to stay, what to do, how to get there […]
Samara: The Mellow Family Friendly Beach Town
The small village of Samara, Costa Rica in the Guanacaste province has been a long time favorite vacation spot for tourists, attracting visitors looking for a family friendly, fun and mellow beach town. In this guide, we will help you plan your trip to Samara. This post has affiliate links which we may earn a […]
Hotel Bougainvillea: Birding and Botanical Gardens in the City
Hotel Bougainvillea may be right in the heart of Heredia, one of the large metropolitan cities in the Central Valley, but it is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. With its beautiful botanical gardens, full of vibrant tropical flowers, trees and plants, Hotel Bougainvillea is more than just your typical hotel. If you’re looking […]
Manuel Antonio Catamaran Cruise
One of the best things to do in Manuel Antonio is a catamaran cruise. These cruises depart from Quepos and sail out to sea, around the bays and peninsulas for a fun day out in the ocean. Guests have opportunities to snorkel, swim and see wildlife. We did a morning catamaran cruise in Manuel Antonio […]